Company man. There was a time when that wasn’t used negatively. And, though it could use a little political correctness (“company person,” perhaps?), it shouldn’t be today. Devotion to your work is something of which to be proud. In today’s … ( read more
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Hello, Monday! Now go fuck yourself
Monday… Just saying the word makes me want to toss my cookies, upsetting the utopian balance of solid and liquid in the septic tank I call a stomach. The Ark of Chinese food sailing blissfully on a vast internal lake … ( read more
The Almost Accident: Karma is a Bitch
A while ago, I wrote about working in a liquor store. Recently, I was asked, “What was your most embarrassing moment?” And while I’ve had many, there are just two that stand out regarding almost nearly the same incident. … ( read more
Small Business Resources That Don’t Cost A Cent
Planning, organizing and sustaining a small business is a tremendous amount of work, insight and foresight; and getting professional help along the way can be a welcomed opportunity. There are a number of free resources available for any small business … ( read more
When Complaining About Your Job On Facebook Can Get You Fired
Complaining on Facebook has become a normal part of our culture. When logging on to Facebook, people basically assume the risk that they will be reading one of their “friends’” sob stories for the day. But when these online rants … ( read more
Keeping Up The Morale Of Your Office Employees
Being a boss is not only about the bottom line; you also have to manage the people that are doing the work. Keeping morale high is a good way to ensure that productivity and efficiency remain at high levels and … ( read more
Training and Managing Remote Employees: Expect and Reward Results
In 2013, Yahoo made news for a new policy forbidding its employees from telecommuting – a move that seemed counter-productive in the growing trend towards flexible work options. While this will undoubtedly cost their employees thousands of dollars per year … ( read more
Health And Safety Training For Business
Each year, over 200 people are killed at work. In addition, millions more are injured and suffer ill health because of the work that they do. Accidents and illness caused at work can be costly for a business. Not only … ( read more
What Training Is Required To Become A Plumber?
Just like in any specialty field, there is a certain level of training and education that you need in order to become a plumber. You absolutely need a high school diploma in order to become a certified plumber. This can … ( read more